Cooreman remains with Gombe Utd

Gombe United head coach, Maurice Cooreman has said he will dish out instructions for the side in the 2013/14 Glo Premier League season.

The Belgian, who left the nation’s shores on Monday for his home town to stay with his family for the break, guided the Desert Scorpions to a seventh finish in the out gone season on 55 points.

Cooreman said all hitches have been cleared to allow his stay back with the side to fight for laurels in the coming season.

“Yes, I’ll stay with Gombe United for the upcoming season. Advanced discussions have commenced with the management aimed at keeping me at the side for next season. I’m travelling today (Monday) to Belgium to see my family which is very important upon return by November 11 we’ll tidy up the unresolved areas but I’m certain to stay with the side,” said the former Kaduna United coach to supersport.com.

Cooreman disclosed that six players will be asked to look elsewhere for greener pastures while same number will be brought in to tighten the loose ends.

“Six players will be asked to go while six new ones will come in to beef up the side for the coming season campaign. The players will be required in the defence, midfield and mostly in the attack. We need sharp attackers who can score goals.

“Those issues will be decided when I come back, I’ve received several calls from players who want to play for Gombe United. We’ll take our time to ensure we get the best that will assist us win titles in the next season,” said the former Enyimba coach.

Cooreman said he is satisfied with his side’s performance in the out gone season.

“Gombe United lost many quality players to their opponents during the transfer period and we were compelled to use rookies to see off the season. I must say I’m satisfied with our performances given the situation we campaigned in the season. We can only look forward to a better season next time,” Cooreman summed up.